Allen-Bradley 1788-MCHKR MediaChecker Industrial Network Cable Tester

Product Brief Introduction
The 1788-MCHKR is a handheld battery-powered cable testing instrument for industrial automation networks. It verifies wiring integrity, measures cable length, and detects faults for ControlNet, DeviceNet, DH+/RIO, and Ethernet twisted pair and coaxial cables, supporting commissioning and maintenance of industrial network systems.
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Technical Specifications
Supported cable types: ControlNet (RG-6, RG-6F), DeviceNet (thick, thin, KwikLink), DH+/RIO, Ethernet (UTP, FTP twisted pair). Display: 2-line × 16-character LCD. Power supply: 9V internal battery. Operating modes: OFF, TEST, LENGTH, WIRE MAP. Operating temperature range: 0°C to +60°C. Storage temperature range: -20°C to +70°C. Connectors: DB9 serial, 8-pin modular, BNC coaxial.
Functional Features
It detects miswires, reversed pairs, short circuits, and open circuits on twisted pair cables.  Audio tone output assists in cable tracing. Compact handheld design enables field portability.
Application Scenarios
It is used for industrial network commissioning, cable fault troubleshooting, preventive maintenance of control networks, installation verification of DeviceNet and ControlNet systems, and Ethernet cable validation in manufacturing facilities.
Material Composition
The housing is made of impact-resistant ABS plastic. The display is LCD with plastic protective cover. Connectors are nickel-plated metal.
Structural Characteristics
It features rugged handheld plastic housing, LCD display, rotary mode selector switch, function buttons, multiple cable connectors, and battery compartment.
Installation Requirements
No permanent installation required. Connect the cable under test to the matching connector on the unit. Calibrate length measurement to the specific cable type for accurate results.




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